Manufacturing Engineer

Snap-on · Murphy, NC

Level: Engineer
Team: Manufacturing
Degree: Required
Industry: Industrial
Posted: Recently

The role in 30 seconds

An engineer-level manufacturing role at Snap-on (industrial) in Murphy, NC. Re-design, repair, or replace in-process production equipment.

They ask for: degree required
Tools it names: CNC, Machining, Tooling, AutoCAD

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From the plant jobs report · week of November 2, 2026

Manufacturing Engineer roles in North Carolina: typical posted base $97k–$143k.

Median of the low and high ends of 16 live postings that list pay, out of 58 manufacturing engineer openings in North Carolina, read from manufacturers' own careers sites.

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How this role compares

Against 57 other live manufacturing postings in North Carolina.

Base pay: Not listed in this posting
Experience asked: Not stated

Skills these teams ask for most

✓ Tooling 43%
Lean 34%
✓ New product launch 26%
Team leadership 26%
Root cause 24%
Six Sigma 21%

✓ = this posting asks for it too. % = share of similar postings that mention it.

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How to get in at this plant

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Pick 2–3 people on the Manufacturing team at Snap-on
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3
Turn a reply into a short call
Questions worth asking about this team:
- What does a normal week look like on your team?
- Is the work mostly new product launches or sustaining existing lines?
- How much time do you spend on the floor versus at a desk?
- How did you land the job? What stood out in your interviews?
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Responsibilities

◆Manage fixture and tooling projects required for the assembly of new product launches
◆Determine fixtures and tooling that will be required for the assembly of new products to meet engineering specifications
◆Communicate fixture and tooling

requirements

and cost to design engineering and management

✓Design fixture and tooling and then manage the fabrication of components by outsourcing the fabrication or using internal resources
✓Re-design, repair, or replace in-process production equipment
✓Sets up new equipment, ensures its satisfactory operation, and instructs others to use the new equipment properly.
✓Writes procedures for the operation of new or existing equipment.
✓Assists in the training of less-experienced department personnel.
✓Works closely with Quality to resolve product issues
✓Drives continuous improvement process to improve safety, quality, and reduce cost.

Qualifications

✓Knowledgeable concerning mechanical principles, machining practices, the properties of metals, and the application of mathematics and dimensions to production machinery and tooling.
✓Experience with modern fabrication and assembly techniques and machine-shop practices and
✓Strong modeling and mechanical drawing
✓Excellent problem-solving
✓Able to mentally visualize and comprehend all aspects of a manufacturing equipment or tooling problem, understand the interrelationships of factors affecting a given situation, and be attentive to
✓Capable of efficiently integrating existing methods with new innovations to economically solve production problems in a timely manner.
✓Has initiative and ability to work effectively with little direction and/or few guidelines.
✓Able to communicate effectively both orally and in
✓Working knowledge of computer systems and data
✓Familiar with CNC machine equipment
✓Thorough understanding of G, D,&T methodology
✓Creo Parametric
✓Experience with G-Code programming either through software or manually written
✓AutoCAD or similar drawing software
✓Must be able to work within our ERP System
✓Bachelor’s degree in mechanical or manufacturing engineering from an accredited university

Snap-on is a drug-free work environment and welcomes all qualified candidates to apply.

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Overview

Who we are

People know Snap-on for the quality of our products, but we know that it is the passion and character of our people that make our company a global leader. With our diverse talents and deep pride in the Snap-on family of brands, we drive innovation and create value. We work hard together. We grow together. We are one Snap-on team. Come join us!

Manufacturing Engineer

Snap-on Benefits Include

•401(k) + match
•Health, Dental & Vision
•Teladoc
•AD&D Insurance
•Company provided life Insurance plus additional life insurance available
•Disability Insurance
•Employee Stock Purchase Plan
•MetLife Legal Plan
•Employee Discount Program
•Paid Vacation Time
•Tuition Reimbursement

Description

The Manufacturing Engineer is responsible for the design of production tools and/or machines, and for developing solutions to production problems relating to materials, processes, and tooling. He or she supports new programs by developing new processes, designing tooling and machinery, and developing production controls. Additionally, the Manufacturing Engineer sets up new equipment, ensures satisfactory operation of the new equipment, and teaches others to use it properly.